Risk Factors for Paraphimosis. Uncircumcised males are at risk. Piercing the penis increases the risk if the penile ring interferes with foreskin retraction or replacement over the glans, and if infection results from the piercing. Causes of Paraphimosis. Causes include the following: Bacterial infection (e.g., balanoposthitis) Catheterization (i.e., if the foreskin is not returned to its original position after a urethral catheter is inserted, the glans may become swollen, which can initiate paraphimosis) Poor hygiene; Swelling-producing injury; Vigorous sexual intercourse
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